Road World Championships 2021 - ‘One of the greatest riders of our times!’ - Julian Alaphilippe wins road race

Julian Alaphilippe became the seventh rider in history to defend the rainbow stripes as he produced a trademark ride to win the elite road race on Sunday. The Frenchman made the decisive move 20km out from the finish in Leuven. Dylan van Baarle took second in a sprint finish from Michael Valgren.